The Moon
The Moon represents the power of the subconscious and urges the seeker to explore hidden fears and the thoughts steering their perceptions, often through attention to dreams. It emphasizes connecting with the moon's cycles—using the new moon for intention-setting and the full moon for release—and cautions about possible miscommunication or travel errors. Reversed, the card encourages following intuition over pure logic, signals that fears and anxiety are being worked through, and suggests clarity and healing are approaching. It also points to emotional matters in intimate relationships or with the mother, indicating issues surfacing for healing and advising patience and dream journaling.
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Upright Meaning
The Moon card represents the power of the subconscious. It often signifies there are fears below the surface that are driving the asker's beliefs and actions. This card is a reminder to look below the surface of the conscious mind and uncover the thoughts that are governing their perceptions. Pay close attention to your dreams when The Moon card comes up, as they may provide clues to what has been brewing within the subconscious.
Upright — Cyclical Nature and Moon Phases
This card also invites the asker to connect with the cyclical nature of life and pay special attention to the moon's phases. If the card is pulled near a new or full moon, it is a powerful opportunity to meditate, journal and set intentions (new moon) or release (full moon).
Upright — Communication and Travel Caution
Furthermore, this card can sometimes point to an error in communication. If the asker has upcoming travel plans, they are encouraged to review everything twice.
Reversed Meaning
The Moon reversed reminds the asker to tune into their intuition and follow their instincts, as opposed to relying solely on logic. If they've been dealing with fears or anxiety, this card indicates such issues are being worked on, and the light at the end of the tunnel is near. The asker is being told to reconnect with the magical side of life; to follow their inner-voice and release fears of the unknown. Clarity may not currently be present, but will soon be revealed. The asker is encouraged to pay attention to their dreams and start a dream journal.
Reversed — Emotional Relationships and Healing
The Moon reversed may also signal it is an emotional time in the asker's intimate relationship or with their mother. Issues are coming up only to be healed; but be patient. Don't rush to any conclusions.
Visual Description
On a pale pink background a vertical arrangement of lunar symbols sits at the center: a large hatched crescent moon flanked by smaller circles, dotted semicircles, and two hanging teardrop-like ornaments. Above and below the main crescent are additional round motifs linked by dashed lines, and tiny stars and points are sprinkled across the field. A thin double-line border frames the composition. The numeral "18" is printed at the top and the words "THE MOON" appear in small capitals at the bottom.
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